Quick Carne Asada Torta

5 minutesPrep time

8 minutesCook time

15 minutesResting time

685 cal.Per serving

Ingredients for 1

6 oz

Beef (skirt steak)

2 tbsp

Cotija cheese

1/4 cup

Shredded lettuce

2 tbsp

Refried pinto beans

Torta rolls (Telera)

1/4 cup

Carne asada marinade

optional

2 tbsp

Cilantro (fresh)

Knife, Frying pan, Stovetop

Step 1
In a medium bowl, add the steak & pour in the marinade. Toss to evenly coat, then cover the bowl. Refrigerate for a minimum of 15 min & up to 1 hr.
Step 2
Once the steak has marinated, heat a drizzle of oil on a grill pan over medium-high heat. Shake off the extra marinade & lay the steak on the hot pan. Sear, undisturbed until browned, about 2-3 min. Flip & cook 3-4 more min for medium-rare doneness. Transfer the meat to a cutting board.
Step 3
On the same pan, toast the roll, cut-side down.
Step 4
Thinly slice the steak.
Step 5
Build the torta: on the bottom half of the roll, spread a layer of warmed, re-fried beans. Add the sliced steak & top with crumbled Cotija cheese. Add a handful of shredded lettuce & some fresh cilantro if you have. Serve & enjoy!